Paradigm

Pronunciation: /ˈpærəˌdaɪm/

Definitions of paradigm

noun a set of assumptions, concepts, values, and practices that constitutes a way of viewing reality for the community that shares them, especially in an intellectual discipline

Example Sentences

A1 A paradigm shift is a big change in the way things are done.

A2 In this culture, family is considered the paradigm of society.

B1 The scientific paradigm of the time was challenged by new discoveries.

B2 The company adopted a new paradigm for project management.

C1 The artist's work represents a paradigm of modern abstract expressionism.

C2 The paradigm of sustainable development is becoming increasingly important in global discussions.

Examples of paradigm in a Sentence

formal The shift in educational paradigm has led to new teaching methods being implemented.

informal People are starting to see things differently now, it's like a whole new paradigm.

slang The old way of thinking is out, the new paradigm is in.

figurative The paradigm of success is constantly evolving, so it's important to adapt to new challenges.

Grammatical Forms of paradigm

• past tense: paradigmed
• plural: paradigms
• comparative: more paradigmatic
• superlative: most paradigmatic
• present tense: paradigm
• future tense: will paradigm
• perfect tense: have paradigm
• continuous tense: is paradigming
• singular: paradigm
• positive degree: paradigmatic
• infinitive: to paradigm
• gerund: paradigming
• participle: paradigmed

Origin and Evolution of paradigm

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'paradigm' originated from the Greek word 'paradeigma', which means 'pattern' or 'example'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the field of grammar to refer to a set of inflected forms of a word, the term 'paradigm' has evolved to also represent a set of beliefs, values, or practices that constitute a way of viewing reality.